Charleston Style Grits

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Ingredients

6 cups water

Salt, to taste

1 1/2 cups quick cooking or old-fashioned grits (not instant!)

2 cups milk

1 cup heavy cream

8 tablespoons butter

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a large, heavy saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add a generous teaspoon of salt and the grits and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. When grits thicken add milk, cream and butter and return to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover sauce pan and cook for 45 minutes to one hour, until grits are tender, smooth and creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper.